Most of us associate the holiday season with good company, delicious food, gift-giving, and enjoying shared traditions. But at our San Francisco dermatology clinic, we often see a spike in the number of people scheduling their cosmetic treatments at the end of the year. What makes the holidays an ideal time to get popular procedures… Read More »
If you’re a skin care devotee, you’ve probably already found the right balance of cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen for your skin type. You’re diligent about keeping up with your skin care routine and following all the latest trends. You also know that nourishing your skin from within is one of the best ways to… Read More »
Botox® Cosmetic has become a powerful tool in many people’s anti-aging arsenal, right alongside solutions such as sunscreen, moisturizers, and facial cleansers. You might assume there’s an “ideal age” to start getting Botox® treatments, but think again– preventive Botox® in your 20s and 30s can help halt the formation of deep-set wrinkles that might plague… Read More »
The weather’s getting cooler, the days are getting shorter, and the leaves are changing colors. Fall is now in full swing, which means the holiday season can’t be far behind. Most of us look forward to the holidays as a chance to celebrate, enjoy the company of family and friends, and eat delicious food. But… Read More »
Since becoming commercially available in 2005, CoolSculpting has emerged as a safe, effective, and FDA-cleared alternative to body-contouring surgeries. Unlike with liposuction, there are no stitches, scarring, anesthesia risks, or healing time involved, and the procedure entails minimal discomfort and side effects. Instead of undergoing complex or painful surgery, sit back, relax, and catch… Read More »
As we age, we gain wisdom through our experiences, but the joys and sorrows of life leave their marks on our faces. Everything from sun damage to environmental pollution to everyday choices can take a toll on our skin, etching fine lines around our mouths and causing sagging and volume loss in the mid-face, lips,… Read More »
Facial veins, or spider veins, are a relatively common occurrence for people over 50. These broken blood vessels can cause an unattractive reddening of the face. They usually appear on the nose and cheeks, but can also appear under the eyes or on the lower cheeks and jaw. Facial spider veins don’t cause any other… Read More »
After facial vein removal, you will finally have the smooth, even complexion you want. How can you maintain those results and enjoy your appearance for the long term? Knowing how to care for your new look can keep spider veins from resurfacing and adversely affecting your self-esteem. Here are Dr. Matarasso’s top tips for pampering… Read More »
Anyone of any age can develop spider veins – web-like blood vessels (capillaries) that appear just beneath the surface of the skin. However, some people may have a higher chance of getting them than others. Common causes of facial spider veins include genes, sun damage, weather changes, pregnancy, environmental pollution, alcohol use, and rosacea. Broken… Read More »
Wrinkles, both fine and pronounced, are the visible signs of how your face changes as you age. While we all want to age as gracefully as possible, wrinkles can often confound our ability to maintain a youthful appearance. Today, we’ll look at the two different categories of wrinkles, why they form, and what you can… Read More »
